Llangollen Round
A 33-mile long-distance walk in Denbighshire taking in all the significant summits surrounding the town of Llangollen, crossing the famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. With map, statistics, and GPX route file.
Statistics and Files
Grid Ref: SJ 225 397
Distance: 33 miles (52 km)
Time: 12–16 hours
Duration: 1–4 days
Ordnance Survey Explorer Maps (1:25,000):
240 Oswestry / Croesoswallt
255 Llangollen and Berwyn
256 Wrexham / Wrecsam and Llangollen
264 Vale of Clwyd / Dyffryn Clwyd
Summary
The Llangollen Round is a 33-mile circular route taking in all the summits around the picturesque Vale of Llangollen, written by local author Judy Smith. The route is a magnificent high-level walk with Llangollen as the centrepiece in its valley below. It can be undertaken as a 1-day challenge or enjoyed at a more leisurely pace over 2, 3, or 4 days. The terrain includes heather moorland, limestone grassland, deciduous and coniferous forest, and open mountain tops. Views are superb, ranging from Snowdonia to the mountains of mid-Wales.
Wildlife abounds — in particular, red kites are regularly seen circling over the moorlands. The route crosses Telford’s renowned aqueduct at Pontcysyllte, although an alternative is available for those who do not have a head for heights. Certain points along the route are also accessible by public transport, including the very scenic Llangollen Railway.